We will explore the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater, which offer excellent game viewing in pursuit of the 'big five', then we spend some time on the island of Zanzibar to enjoy gorgeous beaches and the intriguing alleyways of Stone Town. Another great African train ride takes us south to Malawi, and the warm and inviting freshwater Lake Malawi, dubbed the 'lake of stars' by explorer David Livingstone. We spend a few days exploring the tranquil beaches and islands and take the famous ferry to the extreme south of the lake. We cross into Zambia where the highlight is the little visited South Luangwa National Park, which is well know for its high concentration of elephant and leopard. We pass through Zambia's lively capital of Lusaka and end the trip in Victoria Falls to see the impressive 'smoke that thunders' and enjoy the many optional adventure activities on offer.